What type of commitment does SLUH esports involve?
Our teams typically involve a 2-3 day committment including a focused practice day, a competition day, and a team day focused on wellness and community-building outside of gaming.
Can I juggle esports while playing another sport for SLUH athletics during the same season?
While you're welcome to play a traditional sport in the Fall and then join an esports team in the Spring, you'll usually have to choose one or the other. However, many of our players have found it possible to juggle esports with racquetball, rifle and other club activities such as rowing, climbing, and martial arts.
Are there fees?
A $100 team fee covers the cost of your jersey, all league and tournament fees, travel costs, and plenty of game day snacks! Of course, scholarships are readily available on request.
How do matches work?
Given that we often have more than thirty players from six or more teams in the arena at any one time, it's challenging to host opponents and to send coaches and players across the city. While we do our best to prioritize essential in-person LAN experience, most of our matches take place at 4:00 p.m. between Monday and Thursday each week.
How many SLUH students play esports?
In 2022-2023, sixty students played for SLUH esports on one of twelve different teams.
What are the benefits of participating in competitive esports at SLUH?
Obviously our players benefit by through focused training led by expert coaches and through high-level competition against top regional and national talent. But gaming skills are not, ultimately, the aim of SLUH esports. Through esports, you'll meet new friends and mentors, develop skills in communications, leadership, conflict resolution, problem-solving, and reflection. You'll have another more adults paying attention to your academics and to your health and well-being. You'll try new activities like pickleball or ultimate frisbee. And, for those interested in playing collegiate esports or pursuing careers in or related to gaming, you'll connect with coaches and industry professionals that will help you achieve your goals. We feel strongly that competitive gaming can serve as a powerful arena for forming Men for Others ready to witness the Good News of the Gospel wherever they go, whether online or in the world.
